The legendary goalkeeper of Munich “Bavaria” Oliver Kahn received a position in the club.

According to the official website of the Germans, the 50-year-old ex-football player will work as an assistant to Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, who is now the chairman of the club’s board.

It is noted that after the completion of the contract of Rumenigge with Bavaria, which is calculated until December 31, 2021, it is Kahn who will take his place.

Kang began his duties on January 1..

" To continue this success story, to continue to win and, perhaps, to add more - this is exactly the big challenge that fits my character. It was a very, very special moment for me. And this applies not only this morning, but all the last days. For me it’s a matter of the heart, and that’s why the last days were so emotional.

During the last weeks and months of last year, I had a lot of talk to get to know the future work better.. But at the same time, I tried not to go too far, because I believe that it is very important to approach all topics without prejudice. This means that from today, “Bavaria” will begin for me one hundred percent.

Over the next months, we have developed a clear process that will give me the opportunity to best get acquainted with the life of the club.

And this applies not only to the sports component - I’m interested in all areas, "

Oliver in the past played for Bayern from 1994 to 2008, taking part in 429 matches. He also played for the German national team from 1995 to 2006 (86 games, approx.. In 2002, Kahn was recognized as the best player in the World Cup..

In October, Kahn entered the German Football Hall of Fame.

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